Plastic Surgery Uncensored

What happens after you lose more than 200 pounds? The weight may be gone—but the journey is far from over.
In this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Dr. Rady Rahban sits down with his patient Aya, who shares her extraordinary journey from 400 pounds to 175. After multiple bariatric procedures and years of navigating significant changes to her weight and body, Aya ultimately faced a challenge common among massive weight loss patients: what to do with the excess skin left behind.
Together, Dr. Rahban and Aya explore:
Why massive weight loss almost inevitably leaves behind excess skin
The most common body contouring procedures and how they differ
Why removing skin is not the same as creating an aesthetically refined result
How surgical technique affects scars, contour, symmetry, and recovery
When revision surgery may be appropriate
How the L-TAP procedure addresses difficult areas of residual laxity
But this conversation goes beyond surgery. Aya opens up about body image, maintaining her weight loss, and the psychological adjustment of learning to see herself differently after spending much of her life overweight.Aya’s story offers a revealing look at a side of massive weight loss that is rarely discussed—and the physical and emotional work that continues long after the number on the scale changes.

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Are breast implants safe—and what does the science actually tell us about their risks?
In Part Two of this two-part series, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban dives into some of the most controversial and widely debated issues surrounding breast implants, separating legitimate concerns from misinformation and marketing.
Dr. Rahban breaks down the rare cancers associated with textured implants, what patients need to understand about Motiva and newer implant technology, and why the newest implant is not necessarily the best choice for every patient.
He then tackles one of the most contentious topics in plastic surgery: breast implant illness (BII). What do we actually know? What remains scientifically unclear? And why is it important to acknowledge the experiences of patients with BII without generalizing those experiences to everyone with breast implants?
The conversation also explores explant surgery, capsulectomy, and an often-overlooked reality of implant removal: what patients can realistically expect their breasts to look like afterward.
From implant safety and BII to emerging technology and explant surgery, this episode addresses the questions and controversies patients are hearing about now—and provides the context they need to make informed decisions without being driven by fear, trends, or hype.

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How do you separate fact from fiction when it comes to breast implants?
Breast implants remain one of the most commonly performed—and most misunderstood—procedures in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Despite decades of use, misinformation continues to shape how patients think about implant safety, sizing, placement, and long-term outcomes.
In this first installment of a two-part series, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding breast implants before discussing the controversies surrounding them. From saline versus silicone and the truth about "gummy bear" implants to implant placement, incision options, sizing philosophy, and surgical technique, this episode is designed to give patients the knowledge they need to make informed decisions rather than emotional ones.
Dr. Rahban also explains why breast implants are used for far more than cosmetic enhancement, how anatomy—not trends—should dictate implant selection, and why many of the complications seen after breast augmentation can often be traced back to poor planning or oversized implants.
Whether you're considering breast augmentation, facing breast reconstruction after cancer, or simply want to better understand one of the most debated procedures in plastic surgery, this episode offers an honest, evidence-based discussion every patient should hear before making a decision.

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Have you ever caught your reflection and thought, “Why don’t I look the way I feel inside?”

In today’s powerful and inspiring episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Dr. Rady Rahban sits down with Marlena—an extraordinary patient who made the bold decision to undergo a facelift, brow lift, chin augmentation, and fat transfer at 66 years young. Her reason? She was ready for her reflection to finally match the vibrant, passionate woman she’s always been. From retirement and moving cross-country to starting a new marriage and launching a nonprofit, Marlena shares how surgery was more than cosmetic—it was transformational. Dr. Rahban walks us through her journey, from the emotional moment of decision-making to the intricate surgical details and the profound confidence she’s now radiating eight weeks later.

This episode dives deep into:
✅ What truly makes someone a good facelift candidate
✅ Why your neck might be aging faster than the rest of your face
✅ Real talk about cost, risk, and recovery
✅ The power of partnership between surgeon and patient
✅ How plastic surgery can be a celebration of self—not vanity If you’re thinking about a facelift or just want to understand what goes into the decision, this episode is packed with transparency, warmth, and education from the surgeon who always tells it like it is.

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Most people don't have a skincare problem—they have a misinformation problem.
In the final installment of this five-part series on nonsurgical aesthetic treatments, Dr. Rady Rahban is joined once again by Charlene to examine the biggest skincare mistakes they see patients make every day.
From spending hundreds of dollars on luxury products with little scientific backing to following complicated routines that are impossible to maintain, they explain why effective skincare is often much simpler than the beauty industry would have you believe.
Together, they discuss what medical-grade skincare actually means, why ingredients like retinol, vitamin C, moisturizer, and sunscreen remain the foundation of healthy skin, and how consistency—not complexity—is what produces long-term results. They also explore common concerns including acne, rosacea, pigmentation, and melasma, and explain when skincare alone is enough—and when treatments like microneedling, laser resurfacing, or prescription therapies become necessary.
Whether you're just beginning a skincare routine or looking to simplify the one you already have, this episode offers a practical, evidence-based approach to healthier skin while helping you avoid the mistakes that cost patients the most time, money, and results.

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